GMDSS GMDSS Emergency Procedures and Coordination

Question 1

What is the correct order of priority for radio communications under GMDSS?

Accepted Answer

Distress, Urgency, Safety, Routine

Answer

Under GMDSS regulations, radio communications are prioritized in the order: Distress, Urgency, Safety, then Routine.

Question 2

What spoken word announces an urgency message in GMDSS radiotelephony?

Accepted Answer

PAN PAN

Answer

PAN PAN (spoken three times) is the urgency signal indicating a serious situation concerning the safety of a vessel or person, but not requiring immediate assistance.

Question 3

How many times is MAYDAY spoken at the beginning of a distress call?

Accepted Answer

Three times

Answer

MAYDAY is spoken three times at the start of a distress call to clearly identify the nature of the message and attract attention.

Question 4

What is the meaning of the signal SECURITE in GMDSS radio communications?

Accepted Answer

Safety — navigational or meteorological warning follows

Answer

SECURITE is the safety signal preceding an important navigational or meteorological warning broadcast to mariners.

Question 5

Under GMDSS, who has authority to authorize transmission of a distress alert on behalf of a vessel in distress?

Accepted Answer

The Master of the ship

Answer

The Master of the ship has ultimate authority and responsibility to authorize transmission of a distress alert under GMDSS regulations.

GMDSS - Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Practice Test

GMDSS - Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Practice Test

GMDSS GMDSS Emergency Procedures and Coordination